Thanks for all the assistance on this one.
Here's an update: NeilC put me in touch with an exporter in the US who are prepared to export Delta Unisaws and they have a cracking deal on at the moment:
They are offering a Delta Unisaw, Delta Base & Delta Tenoning Attachment all for $1529.00 USD plus delivery. (Clay Taylor is the man to call if anyone is interested.)
http://woodworker.com/cgi-bin/FULLPRES. ... UM=961-409
This sounds great however I have a resounding BUT to offer!
I also read a review of the machine here...
http://www.sawstop.com/media/W184JOp46-p51.pdf This made very interesting reading indeed. It seems that the Unisaw didn't fare too well in this particular review. Also, as our mains operate on 50Hz and the machine is designed for 60Hz in the States, the importer said that the warranty from Delta may be null and void. (If anyone wants to go down this route then I would check into this) I realise that there are many happy Unisaw owners in the UK and that the AC frequency issues shouldn't be a problem, but the lack of warranty is still a concern.
Woodworker's Supply Inc also sell the Powermatic PM2000. This is the latest saw from them and looks like a great piece of kit. See the following link and watch the videos...
http://www.powermatic.com/magazine_ads/ ... N=60602155 Not bad for a machine a little over $2300USD with the wheel base included. If you read the review for the delta (above) you'll notice that the PM2000 came out the overall winner.
I know that we shouldn't place too much emphasis on one man's review in a magazine. I am in marketing and know all too well that there is a very definite connection between editorial and advertising revenues. This shouldn't happen but strangely enough advertisers in a magazine always seem to get great revies of their product! Also if a magazine want you to advertise in their publication they can also swing a great review to encourage you. That being said though, if you look at the facts, and you trust the reviewer to have stated them honestly, then the PM 2000 is a winner.
The conclusion?
As I am cautious (especially when it comes to spening around £2K on a table saw) I have decided to stick with my initial decision and go for the 807. Woodford have been great so far, I hope they'll stand by their warranty agreement should I have any issues. The saw looks perfect for my needs & budget. Also, the great Philly and Waka reckon their saws are superb so I'm going to trust these two fine woodworkers.
I'll post my thoughts on the saw when I get it in January sometime.
Cheers
Nolan